Musculoskeletal Radiology II

1.• To classify and briefly describe the normal anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and the most common anatomical variants. • To differentiate, analyse and briefly describe the clinicopathology, radiological findings (X-ray, USG) and basic principles of treatment of common pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. • To recognise, formulate and radiologically assess the significance of musculoskeletal CT scans, indications for i/v contrast administration, contraindications.

1.• To recognise, characterise and evaluate normal and abnormal findings in radiographs of the musculoskeletal system (X-ray and USG) under the guidance of a certified physician. • To distinguish between, interpret and explain musculoskeletal radiograph projections and the basic principles of their performance under the guidance of a certified physician. • To demonstrate, explain and use the basic principles and findings of musculoskeletal USG under the guidance of a certified physician. • To distinguish between, interpret and explain musculoskeletal CT protocols (including i/v contrast administration, arthrography) and their descriptions under the guidance of a certified physician.

1.• To evaluate, substantiate and justify musculoskeletal radiographs and their descriptions under the guidance of a certified physician. • To plan, interpret and compare radiographic projections of the musculoskeletal system under the guidance of a certified physician. • To plan, interpret and justify USG examination of the musculoskeletal system, findings and descriptions under the guidance of a certified physician. • To plan, interpret and evaluate musculoskeletal CT protocols and their descriptions (including i/v contrast administration, arthrography) under the guidance of a certified physician.